– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 2 medium carrots, sliced
– 2 celery stalks, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 8 cups chicken broth
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 cups egg noodles
– 1 cup frozen peas
– Salt to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Creating a rich and flavorful Chicken Noodle Soup is easier than you might think. Simply follow these steps for a delicious result:
1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
2. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and add the chicken breasts, thyme, oregano, and black pepper.
4. Bring to a Boil: Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
5. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
6. Remove Chicken: Carefully take the chicken breasts out of the pot and set them aside to cool slightly.
7. Shred Chicken: When cool enough to handle, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
8. Add Noodles: Return the shredded chicken back to the pot. Stir in the egg noodles and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the noodles are tender.
9. Add Peas: Finally, stir in the frozen peas and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
10. Season: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
11. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley for an added touch of flavor.
Following these straightforward steps, you’ll have an incredible Chicken Noodle Soup ready to be enjoyed by all.